[MEL26]




Key Dates

13 November - Launch Deadline
19 February 2026 - Standard Deadline
21 May 2026 - Late Deadline
19 June 2026 - Judging
6 July 2026 - Winners Announced

Category Listing - NEXT Futures

NEXT Futures - Circular Economy


Projects that expand and grow the use of circular economy principles.  

 

NEXT Futures - Economic Growth


Projects that expand and grow the economy through additive methods rather than extraction, encompassing circular economy, environmental. equity and community values.  

 

NEXT Futures - Environmental Sustainability


Projects that encourage a positive environmental impact through understanding and implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals.  

 

NEXT Futures - Equity & Inclusion


Projects that expand and grow inclusion, integration, diversity and community.